Martin Creek Lake State Park

Texas State Park · Rusk County

🔥 Burn ban in effect
HoursOpen daily, · 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Entrance fee$4 / adult
CountyRusk
Elevation385 ft
CampingYes
RV hookupsElectric & water
Cabins / lodgeYes

Martin Creek Lake State Park entrance fee

$4 per adult

Martin Creek Lake State Park hours

Open daily,

6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Martin Creek Lake State Park

Shaded pine forests and warm lake waters that provide year-round fishing opportunities in East Texas. Hike the island trail via the wooden footbridge, paddle the quiet sloughs, and watch the sunset from the shoreline.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🛖 Cabins
  • ⛺ Screened Shelters
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

  • ⚡ Electric & Water
  • ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

  • Campsites with Electricity (30 amp | Lakefront)
  • Campsites with Electricity (50 amp)
  • Campsites with Electricity (30 amp)
  • Primitive Campsites

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

  • Pavilion

Trails

  • Old Henderson Road Loop 1.4 mi · Moderate
  • Harmony Hill Loop 1.7 mi · Easy
  • Island Trails 0.9 mi · Easy

As listed on the park’s trail map.

Contact

Phone903-836-4336

Address9515 County Road 2181D, Tatum, TX 75691-3425

Upcoming events at Martin Creek Lake State Park

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

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